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Least Grebe

Tachybaptus dominicus

Least Concern
Envergure
19,4 cm
Poids
134,75 g
Famille
Podicipedidae
Ordre
Podicipediformes
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À propos

Least Grebe (Tachybaptus dominicus) is the smallest New World grebe at 21–27 cm. Dark grey overall in breeding plumage with yellow eye, blackish cap, and short bill. Inhabits small freshwater ponds, ditches, and marshes from the southern USA through Central and South America to northern Argentina. Feeds on small fish and aquatic invertebrates.

Physical Description

Measurement Value Imperial
Envergure 19,4 cm 7.6 in
Poids 134,75 g 4.75 oz

Habitat & Range

Statut de conservation

Least Concern
IUCN Red List

Comportement et reproduction

Nidification

Nest type: PL. Incubation: 21 days.

Taille de la couvée

4-6

Taxonomie

Kingdom Animalia
Phylum Chordata
Class Aves
Ordre Podicipediformes (Grebes)
Famille Podicipedidae (Grebes)
Genus Tachybaptus
Espèces Tachybaptus dominicus

Distribution

Least Grebe has been recorded in 4 countries.

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Présent Not recorded
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Foire aux questions

Is the Least Grebe endangered?
The Least Grebe has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Least Grebe nest?
Nest type: PL. Incubation: 21 days.
How big is the Least Grebe?
The Least Grebe has a wingspan of 19.4 cm, weight of 134.75 g.
What order and family does the Least Grebe belong to?
The Least Grebe (Tachybaptus dominicus) belongs to the order Podicipediformes and the family Podicipedidae.

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